Anti-Inflammatory Lemon Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea

Rating

4.8 stars ( reviews)

Ingredients

• 1½ qt water
• ½ a lemon, sliced or rough chopped (or more to taste), rind included
• 1" ginger root, rough chopped (or more to taste)
• big dash of turmeric
• big dash cinnamon
• 2 tbsp maple syrup (more or less to taste)

Categories

• Drinks

Cuisine

• Refreshement

Reviews

• Megan on 2016-01-18 (5 stars):
  You can also get tumeric tablets now if you would like to take more!
• Megan on 2016-01-18 (5 stars):
  Thank you so much for the recipe. I have been thinking about this for ages as I suffer from inflammation and fluid retention and it came up on my Facebook feed today. Am just sitting down to a lovely semi warm cup. xxx
• Natasha on 2016-01-23 (5 stars):
  Hi Audrey! Lemme tell you I already made this twice and I'm def planning on doing double batch next time! :D The second time i tried adding two cardamom pods ('cause I had just buy them and was eager to use them on something hehe) and it was so good!
• Mary Lieffring on 2016-02-13 (5 stars):
  This tea is fantastic! I picked up your recipe from a link on Johnna Wright Perry's FB page. I've been drinking this tea daily, and it is amazingly healing. I've been having digestive problems for a few years, and this tea turned me right around. Thank you!
• Sarah on 2016-05-01 (5 stars):
  I found your recipe on Pinterest and it sparked my interest immediately! I struggle with chronic pain, and have been wanting to get more turmeric into my life, even though it's not my favorite flavor profile either. So finding your recipe plus wanting iced tea made this a no-brainer to try. Just had my first few sips, and it's DELIGHTFUL! It really just tastes like a herbal lemony gingery tea, and the turmeric is not overpowering, which I LOVE. Thank you for this so, so, so much!
• Heather on 2016-05-14 (2 stars):
  Turmeric is an incredible healer but there are a few facts to know if you want to get the best out of it....it is not water soluble so taking it with a good oil or fat is essential otherwise most of it will simply flush through your system. Turmeric is one of those rare plants that actually benefit from a little low heat cooking to release the benefits. Freshly cracked black pepper increases the effect once digested because it slows the elimination through the liver, this gives it an extra boost because it stays in your body a bit longer. Most Turmeric tablets are just the extracted curcumin, which has been studied and marketed in a massive way, but are just a single component from a plant that contains around 300 synergistic compounds, some of which have also been scientifically shown to have health benefits, so using the whole thing is much better for you and cheaper too. Traditionally, turmeric is added to cooking near the end of the cooking process and the dish contains a fat or oil, they knew how to get the best from this incredible plant. These days, if you want to really get the best out of it, you can make a paste by gently simmering turmeric powder with water then adding coconut oil and freshly cracked black pepper, keeping it in the fridge and adding it to your drinks or dishes. Medicinally, this is better than just sprinkling a little powder into a drink as you get a more measured dose. Check out Turmeric discussion group on FB for some excellent information on what it can heal, how it can heal and how to use it. Cheers.
• Melissa Beard on 2022-07-05 (5 stars):
  Thank you for this information Heather. I always add turmeric to almost everything I cook. I don't eat it raw. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cervical Arthritis, so I do not plan on taking any of the prescription medications because of the side effects, not to mention that they probably wouldn't go along with my anti-seizure medication. So. I have been researching herbs and spices for several years now. I love the benefits that turmeric, mint, lemon, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, Lion's mane mushrooms and so many other natural spices and herbs give me. I do have my days where they don't want to help as much though. You should see my cupboard full of teas, spices, and herbs as well as the spice rack that my husband made me. My favorite teas have lemon, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, honey, and pear. My newest find is Bigelow Botanicals Cold Water Infusion Watermelon Cucumber Mint. No, it is not homemade, but add fresh cucumber slices and ice cubes and it is so delicious.
• Syed on 2016-06-11 (5 stars):
  Will try it out thanks for a wonderful recipe.
• Denise on 2016-07-03 (5 stars):
  I used fresh turmeric and a cinnamon stick with some local honey. I have been feeling slightly cold-y for a couple of weeks and this made me feel better. It's also easy to prepare. I wish we saw commercials on tv about this kind of treatment and not the ones paid for by big pharma. Thanks for sharing!
• Fahmida Ghazi on 2016-07-12 (5 stars):
  Audrey May God Almighty bless you. You're recipe for the turmeric concoction is one of the best I've seen. I'm really grateful to you and appreciate sharing all this info with the online community. It actually works!!! Kudos to you. I pray that others benefit from your wonderful blog. I'm sorry if I sound kinda gushing but hey i believe if someone does you a favour you deserve credit .Keep up the great work. I'm sharing this link with my friends and family and I live all the way in Saudi Arabia. My Saudi neighbour who can't speak a word of English is benefitting from this and the homeschooling group that I'm affiliated to is another winner. This is simply the best I've seen. I'm a British Muslim lady by the way. I'll be travelling back to the UK and yep you can bet I'll be making this recipe and teaching all my relatives and friends this amazing miraculous medicine. So many women my mother and mother in law included are not IT literate and so don't necessarily have the access to this sort of knowledge. Once again thank you so much. This is defiantly a game changer!!
• Amin on 2016-09-29 (5 stars):
  I am excited after watching your website.And Thank you for this amazing recipe . and Thanks for posts like this. keep it up . Thanks ! :)
• Bronwyn on 2016-10-13 (5 stars):
  This is a fantastic recipe! I paid $10 for a mug of something just like this at a restaurant the other night, and decided to seek out how to make it on my own...thanks so much for sharing.
• Sally on 2017-03-06 (5 stars):
  This is the first "unconventional" recipe I've tried, and I love it. Thank you for putting this out there. You can bet I'll be trying more of your recipes.
• Frances Krailo on 2017-03-26 (5 stars):
  What a wonderful recipe. Only change was to use grated turmeric root (Will use gloves next time as my fingers are orange from the turmeric). I have been using ginger tea to treat my carpal tunnel syndrome. It doesn't fix it, but helps the inflammation which makes my hands go to sleep. But using turmeric with ginger will be extra helpful. Thank you for sharing.
• Kris on 2017-05-29 (5 stars):
  Hello Audrey, I've been looking for Turmeric Ice Tea recipe for a while; mostly about the storing time. You mention you need to shake it after a few days in the fridge but, would you happen to know how long it keeps? Im not saying it will go untouched for a week but I find that in this hot weather I would like to make a big batch and just drink through it for a couple of days with out worrying if it went bad. Thank You
• Caroline C on 2017-06-21 (5 stars):
  I made this yesterday, wasn't sure if I would like it, but yes it does have a slightly spicy taste, but it was really nice, and it did feel like I was having a detox within a few hours. Hope you don't object but I've shared it to my massage page. Thanks
• Linda on 2017-07-08 (5 stars):
  I have been looking to add Tumeric tea to our family cocktail list but most recipes add ingredients to a boiling pot of water and simmer. Won't this degrade the benefits of all these ingredients? Is there a way to get good tea without boiling? I wonder if steeping might work?
• Nancy Darrow on 2017-07-08 (5 stars):
  Love this recipe and all the health benefit info you have provided!
• Chrisa on 2017-09-02 (4 stars):
  You should use honey instead of maple! Healthier :)
• Amanda on 2017-09-06 (5 stars):
  Delicious, satisfying, and calming recipe. Will mince some ginger to add into a hot cup next time. I'm in my first trimester and this is perfect for combating those pesky bouts of nausea. Thanks so much!!
• Sivaram on 2017-09-17 (5 stars):
  this sounds "wow"
• KimK on 2020-12-02 (5 stars):
  Hi Audrey- I am going to join your blog. Are these comments from a while back? Cant tell cuz here aren't any dates. I feel like I am writing to comments from years ago or days ago. Thanks!
• Almquist Evelyn on 2017-12-22 (5 stars):
  This is delicious! And if it helps with inflammation, then it’s doubly good. Evelyn
• Kelly on 2018-01-04 (4 stars):
  So, after reading a lot of reviews/comments, I made this today with only whole ingredients: fresh turmeric root & ginger root-about 1" each, thinly sliced, a cinnamon stick, sliced lemon, honey (not a fan of maple, sorry) and added about a tsp of peppercorns. My hope was that the whole ingredients would decrease the sediment and make straining easier. It turned out amazing. Although the family (all boys-husband & 2 sons), said the house smelled "interesting", I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Looking forward to adding this to my "eating healthier/improving wellness" routine. Thanks!
• David Smith on 2018-03-01 (5 stars):
  Have you had it without the peppercorns? How was the "pepper" flavor?
• Jamey on 2019-12-28 (5 stars):
  It’s great! I will let you know how it helps with inflammation. I’ve had neck surgery twice and shoulder surgery once. Occasionally, my should aches. Hoping this will help! Thanks for the recipe.
• Sharon on 2018-01-19 (5 stars):
  Made it here in rainy kuala lumpur, Malaysia. loved it! sub'd maple honey for raw honey. Will try next time with all fresh ingredients :) Great recipe!
• Janet Madden on 2018-02-25 (4 stars):
  In order for turmeric to work doesn’t have to have pepper? What do you suggest. I thought about praprika. I like your recipe. Just wondered.
• David Smith on 2018-02-28 (5 stars):
  I drink this everyday. I love it. It also helps with chronic back pain I have from arthritis. Here is how I make it in my Ninja blender: 54 ounces water. 1 whole lemon cut in half, If I have any other fresh citrus I need to use like limes or oranges I throw those in too! Big hunk of fresh ginger. Around 2 tsp's of cinnamon and turmeric powders. I put on the stove and as soon as it starts to boil, turn it down to low and simmer for 10 mins uncovered. At the end of 10 mins, I remove from heat. I squeeze in 3-4 tablespoons of raw unfiltered honey and stir until mixed. I then pour through a strainer into a pitcher and put in the fridge. I do this while getting ready for work and my ACTUAL time spend making this is probably only 10 mins.
• David Smith on 2018-03-01 (5 stars):
  Thank YOU Audrey! It is very intense and flavorful and anytime I can treat a health issue without pharmaceuticals, it's a blessing!
• KimK on 2020-12-02 (5 stars):
  I was wondering the same. All that in a blender including the whole lemon peal and all? I like the way Audrey wrote the recipe but I too am always looking for something a little more...potent? thanks
• Addie Frietze on 2018-06-27 (5 stars):
  Wow!!! Audrey, this tea is absolutely delicious! I stumbled upon your recipe as I was searching the web for natural pain remedies. I made your recipe the same day I found it and fell in love with it. Thank you so much for sharing. My husband and I enjoy it hot and cold. Thanks again! Addie
• Helena on 2018-11-19 (5 stars):
  I made this and I loved it. I wanted to make a turmeric tea but since I love lemon and ginger, this is perfect for me. Thanks for a great tea recipe idea.
• Rose Gary on 2021-01-10 (4 stars):
  I gave this recipe a 4 star because I have not tried it yet, but I will be bringing this recipe to a boil tonight. Thanks for your recipe.
• Rosemary Desris on 2019-02-26 (5 stars):
  I am making it now and am sure I will like it as I like all ingrediates . I am hoping it Jill's some joint pain . I'll write back and let you know .
• Tracy on 2019-03-24 (5 stars):
  I have Spondylitis and love to drink this hot with some honey in the evening. I also put in fresh Turmeric. Have no idea if it helps with my inflammation (no control) but it is part of my diet and I am feeling better since I am eating cleaner/more careful :)
• Tracy on 2019-04-07 (5 stars):
  Love this as a hot tea. I have spondylitis and this tea is part of my evening ritual and I have for over a year :).
• Kay on 2019-04-10 (5 stars):
  Audrey, I'm going to give this a 5 star when it could be a 10. I actually didn't try your recipe, but I recently bought plenty of Organic whole Turmeric and whole Ginger roots. I started to use it in juicing, but have stopped juicing...I like to eat substance. Nothing against juicing. That said, I wondered what I could use all of those lovely roots in. Finally, my brain started to think. I sliced one of each roots and added some peppercorns, put them in probably 4 cups of water to boiling, turned off the burner. Started ladling into my green tea with AMLA (trying to hide the taste of the AMLA). I didn't even add the honey, and voila. I've found my drink of choice! Your recipe and others' comments just added credence to my own thoughts. Thank you.
• Janel on 2019-08-03 (5 stars):
  Hi Tracy, The jar in the video is from Michaels, you can find it here: https://www.michaels.com/heritage-pint-mason-jar-by-ashland/10485235.html It's a pint if you fill it all the way up to the rim and there are other sizes available too. It's definitely one of my faves. Janel (videographer @unconventionalbaker)
• Hannah Randolph on 2019-06-04 (5 stars):
  Do you strain the tea through a tea towel or something? I'm just ask because of the graininess of the tea. It's still delicious! But I'm wondering if I can make it less grainy 😁
• Shan on 2019-07-22 (4 stars):
  Simple & delicious. Really appreciate it's s not full of sugar. I used honey (2T), and grated the ginger for more of kick. Prefer it cold!
• Sharon on 2019-07-25 (5 stars):
  Delicious 😋
• Jennifer Cox on 2019-08-15 (5 stars):
  Hello Audrey and followers, I gave this recipe 5 stars although I have not made it yet but am planning to this afternoon after getting the ingredients. I am almost 60 and have been on prescription opioids for about 4 years to manage severe back pain and I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and carpal tunnel several years ago as well as needing double hip replacement. And the pain medicine only controls the pain successful in the morning. Every morning is a mad rush for the prescriptions because I wake up in severe pain and deal with it after the medication wears off in late afternoon. I strongly suspect the widespread inflammation is the result of lifelong emotional trauma but this is just a guess. In an attempt to improve the quality of my life, I have made a commitment to addressing the role my diet, exercise (or lack thereof 🙄)and general health plays in the pain levels. I have done some reading on the benefits of turmeric and ginger on reducing inflammation and your website is what came up when I searched for ginger tea. I love coffee and was wondering if I could add these ingredients to my coffee with the same benefit? Thank you so much for making this recipe available for all of us who need it. Have a wonderful day.
• Jordan Ray on 2019-11-04 (4 stars):
  First time try and making it and it taste really good with Honey. I have yet to try with maple syrup. I would like to know how much cinnamon and turmeric to add some or if it’s to Taste. But over all I like this recipe.
• Tina Tenzel on 2019-12-30 (4 stars):
  I only gave it a 4 star because turmeric root is better than powder.
• jeff on 2020-01-02 (3 stars):
  "a big dash of turmeric"?? = This is clear as mud! If you check other recipes, you will find a specific amount of turmeric per quantity of water. (I use three teaspoons per 6 cups of water)
• Melissa Beard on 2022-07-05 (5 stars):
  Thank you for this information Kimberly. I thought there were only two types of cinnamon. This really helps me to be careful with my consumption. Much appreciated.
• jesha on 2020-05-19 (5 stars):
  during how many days must intake the anti-inflammatory lemon ginger and turmeric ice tea
• Kim Pearce on 2020-06-12 (5 stars):
  This recipe looks delicious, I am going to try it today. Really love your writing style. I have never followed an influencer in my life, but immediately upon coming to your page I felt that you speak my language!
• Egesa Henry Ndege on 2020-08-01 (5 stars):
  Can you give me a shoulder pain recipe
• Richard Hoover on 2021-02-17 (5 stars):
  Thanks for the recipe!
• Paula Knier on 2021-04-18 (5 stars):
  I made a double batch and really enjoy it. I used honey instead of maple syrup, just because I love honey. It is so refreshing, I’ll be making it all the time. I’m having some allergy issues this spring, and this drink is a nice pick me up. And, I really like the flavor. I wish I could include a picture. It is the color of Mello Yellow soda, but so much better for me.
• Paula Knier on 2021-04-20 (5 stars):
  I wanted to follow up my first comment. Comparing this wonderful tea’s color to soda wasn’t right. Mine turned out like the picture. It is such a lovely hue, and it tastes even better. I have finished my double batch and will be making another. I believe the flavor only got better after it set for a day. I was looking for a refreshing ice tea for summer, and this is truly a refreshing drink that is so good for me, as well.
• Joy M. on 2021-05-13 (5 stars):
  Absolutely awesome! The health benefits of the drink is undoubtedly great. Loved the drink.
• Michelle Dunn on 2021-05-25 (5 stars):
  This is a fabulous recipe. I enjoy it heated more than chilled. I add a bit of fresh tumeric and black pepper to intensify its anti inflammatory qualities.
• Sue on 2021-07-01 (5 stars):
  I am really Loving this. Thanks so much!
• JT on 2021-10-26 (5 stars):
  I started a new job as a busser/back-waiter (at age 49...), after the first night of work my feet were killing me, after the second night my left knee started to have massive pain inside (though my right knee hurt a little also), took 1 night off to recover (really wasn't enough) and came back for 1 night before a 2 day weekend. On my way up stairs at the place where I assist in taking care of 3 cats my left knee was hurting pretty bad again, while there I drank a 12oz can of REAL ginger ale (no HFCS and no strange ingredients), and when I left down the stairs I had ZERO pain in my knees which led me to believe the ginger had something to do with that. Which brings me to this awesome recipe. My brew from basically following your instructions (I used 3 large dashes of organic powdered turmeric, 2 big dashes of organic cinnamon, 1 whole organic lemon, about 1 inch of thinly sliced fresh ginger root, and a small dash of black pepper) is cooling as I write this, but I tasted it (yes, even without a sweetener) and it tastes great! I am considering adding local honey to it once it cools mostly, but I could drink this stuff without a sweetener (though the raw honey I would be adding would add extra benefits so I'm strongly considering it). Thank you, Audrey, for the great recipe. I will report back how well it worked in the next couple days.
• JT on 2021-10-27 (5 stars):
  I took 8 fl oz with me to work (after ingesting about 6 ounces about an hour before work) and I drank 1/3 of it before, during, and after work; at one point I felt some knee pain, but by the end of the shift my knees were not so bad, not NEARLY the pain I experienced previous to this; I feel like this is nearly miraculous and I once again want to thank you for posting this. So, I have found not only joint pain help, but I also feel healthier and even less brain-fog than I normally do; my memory recall EVEN AFTER 1 DAY of using this is better. I know results aren't universal in most circumstances, but this is DEFINITELY worth making to see what good it does all around. I'll update you after another night (I made some more tonight so I'll have plenty for a couple days) at work and detail the results. Once again, thank you.
• Courtney on 2022-01-23 (5 stars):
  I put the lemon & ginger at the bottom of a French press, let it stew and THEN pour it into jars with the other ingredients. Then you don’t need to strain!
• Stenis on 2022-02-10 (5 stars):
  Excellent recipe!! Perfect for so many ailments and general health! Easy to make and very effective! Thanks for sharing! I am 59 and I can say that It Truly calms the Swollen Prostate! I know because after drinking the Hot Version, I don't wake up 5X's during the night feeling like my Bladder is going to explode just to pee one Ounce of liquid at a time! It is a surprisingly Powerful Combination with effects that can be felt rather quickly! Your Recipe is Enlightening and Empowering! Thus I am a bit Smarter and and more able to manage My Own Health! I am Grateful Audrey that You are so generous with Your Strength! It is definitely needed in today's World! 🌎
• Melissa Beard on 2022-07-05 (5 stars):
  Thank you Audrey! This recipe sounds heavenly. I just found this recipe and do to make it. More recipes were needed to add to change up my routine and I happened to come across this delicious sounding one. I agree with the comment of adding cardamom. I might have to also a slight touch of cracked black pepper to help bring out the effects of the turmeric more. I always put turmeric in my scrambled eggs and chicken noodle soup. Turmeric is an essential spice in our house. With coffee, I add a pinch of salt to take away the bitterness add small amounts of ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon to my coffee grounds. It's so delicious. You could even add a small amount of cocoa. Again, thank you for the recipe!
• Gwen on 2022-11-09 (5 stars):
  Audrey!! Love this drink. Thanks so much for sharing!; I just made it for the first time this morning and just knowing all the ingredients are so good for inflammation made me feel good mentally and the drink is also wonderful, so win-win!!!
• Bonnie Eury on 2025-02-05 (5 stars):
  Great recipe!! I struggle with the "dash" measurement. Not just in this recipe, every recipe. Let's just say I need to back off of MY "dash" of cinnamon. I will do so on the next batch........ I do like this recipe very much. The flavor is bold and fresh I truly appreciate you sharing. Thank you.